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Elder Friendly Communities

Older Adults are important members of our community.

We believe that aging does not diminish our worth but amplifies it. It should be a time for growth and self-discovery, not one of limitations. 

As we get older, the things we experience can impact our relationships. Our children grow up and move away, we retire, and sometimes we become physically unable to participate in activities we once enjoyed. We transition to our senior years without a clear vision of our purpose. 

Elder Friendly Communities celebrates and shares the wisdom that comes with aging by providing opportunities for older adults to actively participate in their communities, connect with others and build a sense of belonging. 

What can I expect?

Is this support for me?

Elder Friendly Communities is for older adults looking to connect with and learn about themselves and their community.  

Is there a cost?

There is no cost to participate.  

How do I access this programming?

Elder Friendly Communities programs are offered at Carya’s Bowmont and Village Commons locations, as well as community locations in Bowness, Montgomery, Ranchlands, and Varsity area (NW).

Please check our calendar for drop-in activities and registered structed parenting groups.  

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To connect with older adults in your community or for more information, contact our team at ElderFriendly@CaryaCalgary.ca.

Carya programs have positively helped us to get out and about and to mingle with other seniors in this community. Carya is important for us to stay active and involved during our twilight years.

-Carya Participant

Summer 2024 Calendar

To learn more information about a program, simply hover your cursor over it to view its description

Monday
Commons Connect
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bowmont Commons
Drop-In
Book Club 55+
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Village Commons
Registration required
Technology Workshop: AI for Seniors
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
July 16, 2024
Village Commons
Registration required
Tuesday
1:1 Technology Help for Seniors
9:00 am and 10:00 am
Village Commons
Registration required
Walking Group
9:30 am
Village Commons
Drop-In, Meet at Village Commons Reception
Garden’n’Grow
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tuesdays | July 2 – August 27
Bowmont Commons
Drop-In
Seniors Day Camp: Around the World
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
August 7, 2024
Village Commons
Registration required
Wednesday
Senior Games
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Village Commons
Drop-In
Scrabble with Friends
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Village Commons
Drop-In
Taste and Try
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Wednesdays | July 3 – August 28
Awaken Church
No Taste and Try on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
ESL Conversation Cafe
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Wednesdays | No session on August 7, 2024
Village Commons
Drop-In
Technology Workshop: New Scams
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
August 13, 2024
Village Commons
Registration required
Thursday
Let’s Move
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Thursdays | July 4 – August 29
Awaken Church
Drop-In
Garden Club 55+
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Village Commons
Drop-In, Meet at Village Commons reception at 10:00 am
Crochet/Knitting Group
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Village Commons
Drop-In
Enough for All: Zine Workshop
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
August 20, 2024
Village Commons
Registration required
Friday
Tech Support
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Bowmont Commons
Registration Required
Zumba Gold
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Fridays | No Zumba session on July 5th and July 12th
Village Commons
Drop-In, Zoom option available,
Scrabble with Friends
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Village Commons
Drop-In
Multigenerational BBQ in the Park
10:30 am – 1:30 pm
August 21, 2024
Shouldice Park
More information coming soon.
Chair Yoga
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Friday | No Chair Yoga on July 5th
Village Commons
Drop-In, Zoom option available,
Walking Group
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bowmont Commons
Drop-In, Contact Kate Hunter to find out the location. 403-681-6193 or email KateH@CaryaCalgary.ca
Locations
Bowmont Commons

5000 Bowness Rd NW

Village Commons

#201, 610 8 Avenue SE

Awaken Church

6508 Bowwood Drive NW

Shouldice Accessible Park

9122 Bow River Pathway